The Ox is synonymous with practicality, strength and dependability.

Although stubborn the Ox is very fair-minded and due to the qualities of reliability this sign is often entrusted with positions of authority and responsibility.

In times of upheaval the Ox is able to influence the restoration of order and harmony.

A person of this sign is very dedicated and tenacious and able to achieve positive outcomes in any endeavours undertaken. As the year progresses the attainment of prosperous conditions will be fortified by the Ox qualities for – hard work, a calm approach and a methodical implementation of what is required to get things done.

The year of the Ox will see the prospects of more peace and harmony in the world and a yearning for a healing to take place from the wounds of the past. This cycle can be a rebuilding from the catastrophes of damage inflicted over the past few years – like Tsunamis, regional conflicts, drought and famine and even economic and social damage.

On the global economic front a sense of conservatism and monetary caution will likely prevail during this year of the Ox.

There will be a united front by world leaders to solve problems in a manner that they have not previously embraced – we have seen the embryonic stages of the change to solve global problems as leaders have come together more honesty and transparently.

The only real way to rebuild the economies of the world is for trust and goodwill to be the exercised by world leaders – this cycle will in turn engender more trust and confidence from the people in their leaders.

The year of the Ox is time to be introspective and reflective and to use this period to refuel our weary minds.